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George Diaz

By George Diaz

FIFA President Gianni Infantino Kicks Off 2025 Club World Cup Buzz in Orlando

Orlando got its first party invite to prestigious international soccer in 1994 when FIFA staged five games here during its signature men’s World Cup event. The celebration continues decades later.

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Greater Orlando Sports Commission Welcomes New Board Chairman Caesar Lopez

Caesar Lopez didn’t have all the details worked out, but he had two very important things working in his favor as he sought out a career path as a young man:

Focus and passion. He loved law. He loved sports.

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Sharon Line Clary, A Champion for Orlando

As a marketing major at Florida State University in the mid-1990s, Sharon Line Clary quickly established a career perspective that has served her well.
"Throw me into something, I'll figure it out."

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Five Local Leaders Recognized at 6th Annual Celebrating Women in Sports Luncheon

There was a palatable energy in the air when the Greater Orlando Sports Commission hosted its 6th Annual Celebrating Women in Sports luncheon, honoring five of Orlando's outstanding female sports leaders in front of 725 guests.

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On the 30th Anniversary of the 1994 FIFA World Cup, Host Committee Chair Joanie Schirm reflects back on hosting in Orlando

Convincing Orlando that the World Cup soccer tournament would be a good thing for this community seemed rather preposterous 30 years ago.

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Here’s to You, Orlando

America’s Best Sports Business City for Attracting and Hosting Events

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Terrain For Every Game

Take a bow, Orlando. It's official now.

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Five Community Leaders Recognized at 5th Annual Celebrating Women in Sports Luncheon

Five women. Five inspiring stories. Five different journeys. One common goal.

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Meet the Perfect Couple

The Orange County Convention Center and the Amateur Athletic Union

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Allen Johnson: A Man for All Seasons

Allen Johnson prefers to work in the shadows. Big shadows.

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March Madness Returns to Orlando

Orlando Magic stars and UCF head coach recall memories of past tournaments.

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Recipe for Success

Lastik and Nelson provide almost 50 years of combined experience

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